Understanding Nutrigenomics
Nutrigenomics studies how food interacts with our genes, influencing their activity. While our DNA remains constant, certain foods can affect how genes behave, turning them up or down like dimmer switches. These shifts in gene expression can impact inflammation, detoxification, metabolism, and overall health.
However unlike genetic modification, nutrigenomics doesn’t change your genes. Instead, it focuses on how nutrients such as fibre, polyphenols, and fermented compounds influence gene signalling, especially through the gut microbiome.
Sourdough’s Role in Nutrigenomic Health
At The Sourdough School, we use nutritional science to enhance the benefits of long-fermented bread. Our approach includes slow fermentation, the use of diverse, high-fibre ingredients, and a focus on microbial diversity. All of these support healthy gene expression through the gut.
Our botanical blend flours, made from whole grains, seeds, and edible flowers, are naturally rich in polyphenols and prebiotic fibres. These compounds help regulate genes associated with inflammation and metabolism by nourishing beneficial gut bacteria.
Practical Applications of Nutrigenomics in Baking
Everyday sourdough baking can be a meaningful step toward gene support. Choosing fermented breads made with diverse, nutrient-dense flours can help reduce systemic inflammation and improve metabolic resilience.
Our freshly baked Proven Loaves are created to align with the principles of nutrigenomics, supporting eight key genetic pathways. This is explored in our ongoing research into BALM Proven Bread and detox pathways.
If you’re interested in baking with these ingredients yourself, our bread kits and starter kits offer a simple way to begin. They contain botanical blends specifically chosen to deliver polyphenols and prebiotics that interact positively with genetic expression.
For those wishing to learn in person, we explore the science behind these ingredients in our 3-Day BALM Workshops and immersive retreats.
